You can use your VA benefits to land a career in the skilled trades

VA offers apprenticeships and other training and employment pathways that help Veterans prepare for careers in skilled trades, manufacturing, defense industrial base and maritime fields. Apprenticeships are a key part of helping Veterans move into high-demand fields that offer a direct path into the workforce.

Stop Survivors’ Benefit Fraud

Survivors are often targeted by scammers who exploit their grief, patriotism, and access to government benefits. Scammers frequently use psychological manipulation and technology to deceive victims and employ tactics such as:

Emotional Exploitation
Targeting Vulnerable Individuals
Urgency and Pressure

Learn more about survivors benefits scams.

Benefits Delivery at Discharge program

Did you know you can file a pre-discharge claim while you're stationed overseas? Be sure you are available for 45 days from the date you apply for a VA medical exam so you have enough time in-country to finish the medical exam.

VA announces major improvements in benefits processing and delivery

We recently announced a dramatic reduction in processing times for both Veteran disability claims and pension and survivor benefits. Learn more about these achievements.

Find your VA Regional Office

VA regional offices offer services and resources to Veterans, service members, their families, and survivors. Learn more about the services they provide, hours of operation, and the leadership team there to serve you.

Find your regional office today.

VA News: Portrait of Revolutionary War Veterans

In 1829, an artist painted the portrait of Joseph Winter, a homeless Revolutionary War Veteran he encountered on the streets of Philadelphia. An engraving made from the portrait under the title Patriotism and Age became a popular seller and awakened people to the plight of the thousands of aging men who had fought for the nation’s independence.

Read more about Object 7 in the History of VA in 100 Objects digital exhibit and watch the companion video on VA’s YouTube channel.